Xinjiang Tours

Xinjiang, a vast and culturally rich region in northwestern China, offers a unique travel experience.

As the largest and most untamed province, Xinjiang is rich in landscapes. Here lies Kunlun Mountains, Tianshan Mountains, and Altai Mountains, the Taklamakan, the second largest sand desert in the world, countless Silk Road ruins, Yardang landforms in the Lop Nur Depression, Yali Valley with the fragrance of fruits and blooming flowers, and vast grasslands and lakes in You'erdusi Basin.

The famous ancient Silk Road started from China's ancient capital Chang'an (now Xi'an) in the east and led to the eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea in the west. Half of China's ancient Silk Road is in Xinjiang. So Xinjiang has been important in Chinese history as a Silk Road gateway to the West.

Ethnic culture is another highlight of Xinjiang. Among all ethnice groups living in Xinjiang, Islam has a great overall influence on social life in Xinjiang. Islam is believed in by more than 10 ethnic groups in Xinjiang, including the Uyghur, Kazakh, Hui, Kirgiz, Tajik, Uzbek, Tatar, Salar, Dongxiang, and Bao'an. Lamaism (Tibetan Buddhism), Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Shamanism are also playing important role of variety of culture.

Juicy and sweet fruit are what Xinjiang roasted for, especially grapes and melons. People all over the country love them so much as the folk song Xinjiang goes, "The grapes of Turpan, the melons of Hami, the fragrant pears of Korla, and the pomegranates of Yecheng are the best."

There is a Xinjiang travel restriction: Xinjiang is open to oversea visitors including Urumqi, Kashgar, Kanas, Yining, Korla, and Aksu. Some attractions are not allowed to visit, such as Baisha Lake.

Xinjiang offers every travelers a chance to explore a region of incredible beauty and cultural diversity. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or food, Xinjiang has something to offer. From the bustling markets of Kashgar to the serene beauty of Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang’s landscapes and culture are sure to leave a lasting impression.